Pennie sprained his ankle in the first half of NMSU's 75-67 win over New Mexico Highlands on Tuesday. Pennie, who had his first career start on Tuesday, is averaging 3.2 points, 4.0 rebounds and 12.8 minutes per game, but is second on the team with 11 blocks.

The Aggies will likely only have eight players for Saturday.

While Tshilidzi Nephawe (deep bone bruise in foot) and Tanveer Bhullar (ankle) have been both cleared to practice, Menzies said this week they will both be limited in practice and won't be ready to play for another couple weeks.

NMSU senior guard Daniel Mullings (broken finger) is estimated to be back in mid February.